Showing newest 32 of 78 posts from July 2009. Show older posts
Showing newest 32 of 78 posts from July 2009. Show older posts

Friday, July 31, 2009

Room of the Day!

<span class=<span class=I am so in love with this room! The flat is owned by Williams-Sonoma's Home designer Monelle Totah and is in nearby San Francisco! It is like the best of both worlds for me ...a fabulous flat in SF!!!
Event though there is a lot of white there are some strong masculines touches that makes it very modern..you even have a Moroccan table!!!

I could move in any time!! and of course you are very welcome to visit!!

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Thursday, July 30, 2009

Trina Turk’s Palm Springs Style

trinaturk_interview_1Palm Springs is a jewel in the desert and boats iconic mid-century architecture, vintage furniture shops, and many luxe boutique hotels all touting the chic desert lifestyle. With all of the colors and inspirational sights in Palm Springs there is one name that comes to mind when you think of colorful vintage inspired fashion in Palm Springs, Trina Turk. Trina's success reaches far and wide these days with shops across California as well as New York and a pop-up store this summer in East Hampton. Inspired by the eclectic mix of cultures, landscapes and architecture of Los Angeles, Trina's vision is to create wearable and optimistic sportswear known for the excellent fit of pants and signature modernist prints.

Trina took a few minutes from her busy day to share her favorite hot spots in Palm Springs (and beyond) with us.

Favorite locals spot to get a bite to eat
For lunch: Norma’s at the Parker Palm Springs (designed by Jonathan Adler), El Mirasol
For dinner: Le Valluris or BBQ at home
For drinks: The groovy lobby of the Parker Palm Springs, Melvyn’s or cocktails at home by the pool

Favorite vintage store vintage shops (clothing and furniture -- besides her own store of course!). Bon Vivant, The Galleria, Modern Way, Studio 111—all of these are vintage home furnishings and accessories

Favorite spa getaway
Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur, CA or Ten Thousand Waves outside of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Best place for getting a glimpse of a celebrity
The Mercer Hotel in Soho.

Most inspirational place for Trina Turk's recent collection in Palm Springs or anywhere in the world. John Lautner’s Elrod house

Right now you can take a sneak peek at Trina's fall 09 collection below. The sportswear and dress collection consists of a palette of neutrals in black, grey and beige mixed with bold colorful prints and touches of vintage tailoring. We especially love Trina's take on short and 3/4 sleeve coats. Trina consistently features these types of jackets and they are ideal for daytime office wear. Some of the pieces are available now and others will be available in August and September.

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Breathing Time ~ Just take 5 minutes! Come with me!

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I already feel like Saturday but still have two more days to go and be availve to realx with the family! Why not take another 5 minutes and mediatet...clean the tape recorder (or cd player depends your era..) of your brain with 5 minutes of thinking NADA>>just feeling the water..and letting your thoughts and worries vanish...and just you in the water by the ocean! Read More......

Look of the Day:Olivia Palermo at the U.S. launch party for the BlackBerry Tour Smartphone

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Olivia Palermo looked fabulous at the U.S. launch party for the BlackBerry Tour Smartphone from Sprint at Thompson Hotel LES on July 29. As a true socialite Olivia is always looking fabulous wearing the latest trend..but I love her classic way of incorporation trends! It is very clear she is the one wearing the trend and not the another way around.
In this case she is fashionably wearing the new season trends: prints, leather skirt, and the oh so fabulous Michel Jackson look alike shoes (if you love heels be ready to store them for a while).

What TV personality or socialite style do you like the most? and why?

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Fast as you Can! The new ad Campaign from Missoni

PhotobucketTake a look at the new Missoni Fall 2009 Ad Campaign. Hanne Gaby Odiele (love her!!) was photographed by "the" fabulous Ryan McGinley (he also photographed the latest ad campaign for Stella McCarthy & Marc Jacobs).

Love the outfit, the colors...and specially the freshness of this picture. It feels like you are just driving around in the country and this pickup truck pass you by..and the girls in the back looking just freshly fabulous!! Would love to have that blue and cream sweater for fall!

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Fabulous Quote

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Wednesday, July 29, 2009

I want to ride my bicycle..I want to ride my bike!

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I want to ride my bicycle....in such a chic and fabulous way!

{1. The Sartorialist 2&3. Velorbis 4. Garance Dore}
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Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Al Fresco Dining!

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What a fabulous and natural color composition! Love the simplicity of the table setting (yet there is a precise attention to detail). It is just a big composition! The only thing missing is some Friends, Family, wine...oh no the wine canter is already there...then I guess only friends, family and fabulous food!

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What I love Today: Forever 21 So Blogging This Tank


Forever 21 ~ So Blogging This Tank $14.90

I guess I am blogging about this tank right now...so there is no additional explanation needed!
Aside for the humours print I love the blackish kind of greish color of the tank. Read More......

Room of the Day!

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I guess we all dream with a huge closet full of fabulous shoes...is the fantasy come true for Carrie Bradshaw. And event though I love her closet more I still think this one is pretty spectacular.

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Monday, July 27, 2009

What I love today: GAP Always skinny destructed button jeans


If you are into skinny jean..this is the new pair of skinny jeans to have! Love the destructed vibe (just enough..nothing over the top)..and the details of the side buttons!
It has just the right edge that you can pair it with a shirt and pumps or sweater and booties, or just a simple t-shit and fabulous flats..and really let the jean make the statement! It's only a limited edition so hurry to get yours...I am definitely getting mine!

What is your favorite jean brand? Mine has always been AG but I can live with this GAP jeans..and such a good price! Read More......

Fabulous Quote

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"The great opportunity is where you are. Do not despise your own place and hour. Every place is under the stars, every place is the center of the world."
~ John Burroughs

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A feel good video: The Pen Story


You probably have seen it by now, by I love the stop motion video created by Olympus to celebrate the 50 year anniversary of the Olympus Pen. The song is just adorable.."be just who you want to be my friend.......the years are flashing by..but way down deep inside we all just stay the same!"
Really a feel good video!

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Friday, July 24, 2009

Fabulous Reads for the weekend!

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Wuaw I can not believe Friday is here again! Looking forward to a great weekend with the kids...playing in the beach! Every Friday is Pannini night at our house so yummy..I just can wait for tonight!
And Sunday we are having a great barbecue by the pool with friends and family!

Are you ready to start thinking about Fall..then you need this shoes!

Travel to Taos, New Mexico without leaving your house! (never thought it could be so cool!)

A great outfit..if you crave Balmain!

Still in love with yellow!

Let yourself be inspired by China Town!

I want the dress from Gossip Girl (and it's on sale!).

Discover a fabulous Australian clothing line!

Never thought rustic weddings could look so beautiful!

I can not get my eyes of this fabulous raspberries dessert table!

Some yummy yellow recipes (a true focaccia bread from a true Italian gal..what more can you ask for)!

Beautiful summer table settings!! Be ready they'll take your breath away!

The real beauty of a woman....

Have a fabulous weekend!
Celebrate yourself!
Cheers!

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Thursday, July 23, 2009

Sophisticated Playwear - Short Romper Jumpsuits

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The short romper jumpsuit has grown up. No longer just for playdates at the playground. Now available in sophisticated styles and sizes for grown ups, the summer romper is one way to keep cool and maintain your style credibility. Honed in fabrics like silk, knit and linen these delicate little short jumpsuits look very pretty dressed up with a pair of ankle tie wedge espadrilles.

We spotted a few short romper jumpsuits and are coveting them as our go-to summer uniform. Haven's 'Amy' silk print romper embraces a subtle ethnic tonal print with a blouse effect and tie waist. Pair it with an eye-catching pair of beaded wedge espadrilles. Emblazoned with the signature zigzag pattern the Missoni Fortaleza woven jumpsuit indulges our search for "La Dolce Vita" with a spaghetti strap tank and flowing shorts. The Missoni jumpsuit is perfect for a bikini cover up or night on the town. Twin the Missoni jumpsuit is a pair of Louboutin light blue ankle tie espadrilles. Elizabeth and James' black silk summer romper will be the urban girl's best friend. A decidedly daring jumper for the perfect downtown look. Don a pair of black caged sandals or beach-ify the look with a pair of black ankle tie espadrilles. Alexander Wang's edgy zipper-embellished silk short romper is made even cooler with a graphic marble print. Pair the oversized short jumpsuit with a pair of pretty lavender hued Louboutin espadrilles.

Our picks for short romper jumpsuits (top left clockwise):

Haven 'Amy' Print Silk Romper, $118 at Nordstrom.com
Report Kemba Espadrille, $31.63 at 6pm.com

Missoni Fortaleza woven jumpsuit $715, at Net-a-Porter
Christian Louboutin slate blue moire 'Moirismo' ankle-tie espadrilles, $240.00 at Bluefly.com

Elizabeth and James Summer Romper, $325.00 at IvyBlue.com
Women's Jersey Ankle-Tie Wedges, $19.99 at OldNavy.com

Alexander Wang silk marble oversized romper, $339 at ShopBird.com
Christian Louboutin purple twill 'Brigitte' ankle-tie espadrilles, $196 at Bluefly.com

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Inspired by the Isle of Capri - Sephora’s “Mermaid in the Shade” Collection by Opi

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Inspired by the Mediterranean island of Capri, the limited edition nailcolor collection, "Mermaid in the Shade" is the result of a collaboration between Sephora and Opi. Capri is famous for its stunning natural beauty, sun drenched beaches and gorgeous blue waters. It is a destination for luxury laden globetrotters and makes the perfect palette of inspiration for a set of summertime nail color. You may have noticed that blue is a popular trend this summer with all shades of blue infused into primarily eye color and nail color. Pair these dazzling colors for a pretty beach worthy look.

Part of the collaboration between Sephora and OPI, these nail colors tout fun names like "Blue Grotto", "Water Baby", "Mermaid in the Shade", "Just a Fairy-tail" to name a few. Exclusive to Sephora these nail colors are chip resistant, free of yucky chemicals like DBP, toluene, and formaldehyde you can apply without guilt. Check out the other colors in the nailcolor collection here.

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Room of the Day!

Love the room featuring the Cleo Bar Cabinet from Hickory Chair. I am so into antique mirrors doors in furniture lately!
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Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Stripes everywhere

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Love stripes..and lately I have been seen them everywhere! Informal & chic, stripes really bring the best of summer out to play!

Do you like stripes? Do you use it through out the year or you find yourself more attractive to it on summer days?

{Image via Lexington, Image Venue, Melanie Acevedo, Been Watts}
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Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Fabulous Quote

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Hope you have a Fabulous Tuesday!

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Friday, July 17, 2009

A day in in the country.......

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"Live in the present, and make it so beautiful that it will be worth remembering."
- Ida Scott Taylor.


Have a fabulous weekend!


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If you want to look Invisible..then follow Daphne Guinness suggestions!


There is nothing shy or invisible about Daphne Guinness. Well known for her fabulous fashion sense and style! NY Magazine bumped into her on the streets of NY and love it how she humbly say she just happened to put this outfit together! There nothing invisible about this outfit...
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Thursday, July 16, 2009

Tube Top Lamps by Peter Stathis for Pablo Lighting

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For months I was searching for the perfect pair of lamps for my daughter's room. We were finally rid of the crib and ready for redo the room with big girl decor. We have a mix of vintage dressers and modern bedding from Dwell. We chose a pair of Pablo tube top lamps in pink. The colored tube top lamps are only available in the small tabletop size with a height of 14 inches. Of course the concern for potential breakage when the lamp topples off the nightstand is a major one. Luckily with the tube top lamp breakage is not a concern because it is made of acrylic. The 'tube top' shade of the lamp did fall off once when it was knocked to the floor. The lamp was unharmed and the shade was easily put back into place. The thing I love most about the tube top lamp besides the unique design and bright colors is the dimmer feature that allows the lamp to become a night-light.

The lamp was designed by Peter Stathis for Pablo Designs circa 2006 and is now on it's way to becoming a design classic. The transparent base is acrylic and topped with a mesh 'tube top' shade, it is a well-made lamp and worth the $130 price tag. This lamp will transition nicely with the changes through the tween and teen years then perhaps in the guest room when she is off to college.

~ This post is courtesy of our friends at TheFind
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What I Love Today : Coach brandie heel

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Coach ~ brandie heel $218

I have been looking for the perfect bootie! Love the detail of the buttons! Perfect to start using at night on summer days and start getting ready for fall! The shoe to have this fall is definitely going to be the bootie! Love the dark brown and the grey also a favourite! Read More......

Addicted to Books

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Outfit Inspired by Laudree French Macaroons

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In honor of Bastille Day which takes place on July 14th we take inspiration from one of our favorite Parisian destinations, Ladurée the patisserie made famous by its delectable macaroons. The luscious crisp little cakes are filled with smooth creamy centers with flavors like jasmin mango, bergamot, caramel with salted butter, red fruits and orange blossom just to name a few. The colors of these little treats are worthy of a trend story touting summer's pastel infused fashions, many of which are marked down to make room for fall arrivals. So indulge in a sweet treat whether it be a macaroon or pastel Elizabeth and James blouse which you can pair with white jeans. Or how about these pretty Maloles flats, they'll look charming with a flittery silk summer dress. Even everyday basics like skinny jeans or classic aviators will look perfectly lovely for a quick jaunt to the patisserie for a box of what else? Pastel colored macaroons!

Shown above from top right clockwise:
~ Elizabeth and James "Lillian" Blouse, $206.50 at Bloomingdales.com
~ Ray-Ban Classic aviator sunglasses silvertone with brown graduated lenses, $135 at Net-a-Porter
~ Marc by Marc Jacobs Magazine leather clutch, $168 at Net-a-Porter
~ Maloles Zoe pastel pink ballet flat, $159.99 at Piperlime.com
~ Pastel Blue Skinny Jean, $9.99 at Wetseal.com

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Celebrity Sightings: Renee Zellweger

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Renee Zellweger looked fabulous while running errands in Hollywood on July 15. Love the way she combined the "it" jean of the season with another hot item, the big blazer! Love how the messenger bag makes the outfit a little bit more casual and day like. For night change makeup add a clutch a big cocktail ring and you are ready. Certainly a fun look to copy!

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Thursday Flowers

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Hope you have a fabulous Thursday!
Today is a great day to get some flowers..set a fabulous arrangement and enjoy through out the weekend! Instead of placing it in the same all spot, look for a different place, where you tend to walk by often. Every time you see them, it will happily surprise you!

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Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Louis Vuitton Celebrates The 40th Anniversary Of The Lunar Landing

There was some fabulous fashion going on last night in New York at the American Museum of Natural History as Louis Vuitton Celebrated the Lunar Landing.

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Must have Summer Charity Tote! So Beyond....

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Love the Beyond Blessed..and love!!! You can place your order here...totes won't start shipping until July 15..so hurry up and be the first one to flaunt around such a fabulous tote.

The question is..what are you beyond of?
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